Battery energy storage systems can address the challenge of intermittent renewable energy. But innovative financial models are needed to encourage deployment.
The financing mechanisms for onsite renewable generation, energy storage, and energy eficiency projects include a spectrum of options ranging from traditional to specialized.
Ambitious climate targets, policy innovation, and infrastructure upgrades are set to transform Ireland''s energy sector in 2025. Eoin Cassidy, Energy Sector Lead Partner, shares his insights on the opportunities and challenges ahead for businesses and investors
The pressure is now on for the new Government to support industry through continued policy development, support schemes and other subsidy initiatives. In this article, we explore sector specific developments and
The U.S. Department of Energy supports a number of grant, loan and financing programs. Learn more about these programs and how they can help you -- whether you are a startup energy business looking to launch a pilot project, a
Decarbonising Ireland''s gas network Developing Ireland''s offshore wind resources Financing Ireland''s energy transition Benefits of long duration storage for energy system Outlook for large energy users Electricity
After debt payments have been made, other investors (like equity investors) will be paid. In general, project''s assets are used as collateral to the loan. This type of financing is common in renewable energy projects because building solar,
Energy security, economic competitiveness and Ireland''s position in emerging industries like AI all depend on building a resilient, affordable and clean energy system. The recent storms have underscored the urgency of
The financing mechanisms for onsite renewable generation, energy storage, and energy efficiency projects include a spectrum of options ranging from traditional to specialized.
We are recruiting a Senior Communications & Public Affairs Specialist to build support for the policies and priorities of Ireland''s energy storage industry by developing and delivering key
The Benefits of Hybrid Sites April 2025 This report by Cornwall Insight examines the potential for hybrid sites (i.e. energy storage co-located with wind or solar pv) on the island of Ireland and
Ireland is going to need up to seven times more energy storage than its current capacity, say industry experts.John Daly reports At the recent Energy Storage Global Conference in Brussels, the
As such, we''re providing this "Cheat Sheet for Energy Storage Finance" based on our work as buy-side and sell-side investment bankers experienced in both energy storage venture capital and project finance. I''m
The 11MW system at Kilathmoy, the Republic''s first grid-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) project, and the 26MW Kelwin-2 system, both built by Norwegian power
Energy Storage Finance & Investment 2025 brings together the entire storage community, including the country''s leading developers, tax equity investors, capital and debt providers, tax
Realising this potential will require significant investment in sustainable energy infrastructure, including expanding wind and solar energy capacity and developing energy
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Without timely policy signals (on tariffs, access, contracts, and co-location) developers and investors are left in limbo. Meanwhile, project pipelines grow fat... and slow.
The loan scheme is operated by the Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland and is available through its on-lenders, which currently include: AIB, Bank of Ireland, Close Brothers, Finance
Ambitious climate targets, policy innovation, and infrastructure upgrades are set to transform Ireland''s energy sector in 2025. Eoin Cassidy, Energy Sector Lead Partner,
We work together to promote the benefits of energy storage and we engage with policy makers to support and facilitate the development of energy storage, which is pivotal to decarbonising
The development will deliver 302 apartments in total by the end of 2025. Although planning permission had been granted in November 2019, the BAM Ireland and Clarendon project was
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Renewable energy financing is not a one-size-fits-all endeavour. The best financing structure depends on project scale, location, technology, and risk profile. From government subsidies to green bonds, PPAs, private equity,
We are a non-partisan, policy-neutral organization that focuses on women, energy and the environment. We provide educational and networking opportunities for our members in an
While the energy storage market continues to rapidly expand, fueled by record-low battery costs and robust policy support, challenges still loom on the horizon—tariffs, shifting tax incentives, and supply chain uncertainties
1 Executive Summary The use of energy storage is critical for the future security, reliability and operation of Ireland''s power system. Energy storage technologies are a key enabler to a
The Minister for Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery and Reform has published Prospects 2024/2025 which highlights 50 projects that make up Project Ireland 2040.
Ireland is a leader in deploying available renewable technologies such as battery storage and grid flexibility enhancement systems, but has to apply focus and urgency to maintain that position
Energy storage using a range of battery technologies will be a core part of Ireland''s new industrial revolution, while playing a key role in balancing its power supply, according to Minister for
This article is for investors in and developers of energy projects and assets in Ireland. Renewable energy developers are grappling with judicial reviews, planning delays, and limited grid access—though legislative reform and a potential €20bn grid investment may offer relief.
The Irish Government’s Climate Action Plan 2021 set out the need for an energy storage policy for Ireland to support 75% reduction in power sector CO2 emissions by 2030. There are 10 key policy actions in the framework outlining the timings and key stakeholders involved in delivering them. Key points:
2025 is set to be a busy year in the Irish energy sector. In this article, we explore sector specific developments and trends that we expect to see through 2025 and beyond. 2025 is set to be a busy year in the Irish energy sector.
Improve sustainability | Business Support | Enterprise Ireland.LEO Energy upgrade GrantWith regards to capital grants, the LEOs offer the Energy u grade Grant to small businesses, which supports investment in technologies and equipment. This is available following a Green for Business Report, Green Start Report or a SEAI Energy A
Statkraft delivered the first energy storage project in Ireland with Fluence in 2020, at its Kilathmoy wind farm and the company has continued to have a strong presence in the Irish energy storage field since then. The company is also lining up another milestone project soon, with the country’s first four-hour duration energy storage system.
The policy framework is a first of kind policy, which clarifies the key role of electricity storage in Ireland’s transition to an electricity-led system, supporting Irelands 2030 climate targets, it may be considered as a steppingstone on Ireland’s path to net zero carbon emissions.
